Heat state of pendulum sliding bearings under seismic effects

Issues in the choice of self-lubricating antifrictional materials for pendulum sliding bearings used as seismic dampers are discussed. Such bearings are used in supports of essential constructions (including offshore drilling platforms) and other objects located in seismically dangerous regions to protect buildings from loads caused by earthquakes and other power effects. The heat state of seismic dampers is studied using various computer programs. The computation method suggested allows the selection of antifrictional materials for sliding bearings with account for their temperature resistance.